1975 Mazda 616 vs. 1973 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1975 Mazda 616 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 2,565 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Nissan Laurel (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1975 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 285 kg more than 1975 Mazda 616. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Nissan Laurel (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda 616 | 1973 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 616 | Laurel |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 2565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2680 mm |
